Welcome to another episode of Pearls On, Gloves Off with your host, Mary O'Carroll, Chief Operating Officer at Goodwin. In this episode, Mary sits down with Reena SenGupta, a longtime analyst, writer, consultant, and thought leader in the global legal industry with almost 30 years of experience.

Reena's journey is impressive. She is an entrepreneur and journalist who has developed some of the most influential rankings and programs in the legal world. She was instrumental in creating the Chambers and Partners Guides in the mid-90s and the Financial Times Innovative Lawyers Program, which is about to celebrate its 20th anniversary. In 2001, Reena founded RSG Consulting, which quickly became a leading brand in the legal sector. Today, she heads up RSGI, a global think tank focused on building a sustainable future for the legal industry. Reena is also a seasoned public speaker and regular contributor to the Financial Times, always bringing fresh, forward-thinking perspectives to the table.

In this episode:

· The Changing Legal Landscape: Exploring how the legal industry has evolved over the past two decades, including shifts in mindset and practice.

· Defining Innovation in Law: Discussing what innovation truly means in the legal context and how it's being implemented in firms and legal departments.

· The Impact of Generative AI: Examining how generative AI is transforming legal work, from automating routine tasks to enabling lawyers to focus on strategic, high-value activities.

· The Future Role of Lawyers: Insights into what the lawyer of tomorrow looks like, including the skills and roles that will be essential in a changing industry.

· Client Expectations and Pressures: Understanding what's driving client expectations and how law firms can better meet their clients' evolving needs.

· Challenges and Opportunities: Addressing the obstacles holding back the industry and the exciting opportunities for growth and transformation.

· Reena's Predictions: Reena shares her predictions for the next 12 months and beyond, including the potential for law firms to become masters of their own data.

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